OVERVIEW

The Hydrology module introduces the concepts of the hydrologic cycle and the inflow-runoff transformation that are useful in assessing for different lands and land uses the response to extreme and non-extreme weather events.  This topic is closely related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda (https://www.agenziacoesione.gov.it/comunicazione/agenda-2030-per-lo-sviluppo-sostenibile/).
The hydropower construction module aims to provide the necessary elements for the design and management of the fundamental works of the hydropower construction sector, with a focus on the typically engineering-design aspects, also related to the different types of hydropower plants. The topics covered are related to some of the SDGs.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course gives students an outline of free surface currents; collection and derivation works; free surface derivations: intake works, crosspieces, shells and shunts, complementary and control works; accumulation works: reservoir sizing and management, inflow adjustment function and demand functions. The structural characteristics related to gravity and lightened dams, arched, with spurs, in dry masonry and in loose materials will be examined. Accessory elements: functionality and design of the gripping, bottom and surface drains. The course also introduces general notions on hydrology, the statistical methodology applied to hydrological analysis. The principal concept of the hydrological cycle. Description of the principalr topographic on geomorphological characteristic used in the hydrological studies. Model applied to analysis the rain data . Description of methods applied in the analysis of estreme and short events of rainfall. Model to define the pluviometric possibility curves. Identification of Istantaneous Unit Hydrograh. full hydrogram; estimate of flood duration curve. The main steps in the management of water resources. The course gives students an outline of free surface currents; collection and derivation works; free surface derivations: intake works, crosspieces, shells and shunts, complementary and control works; accumulation works: reservoir sizing and management, inflow adjustment function and demand functions. The structural characteristics related to gravity and lightened dams, arched, with spurs, in dry masonry and in loose materials will be examined. Accessory elements: functionality and design of the gripping, bottom and surface drains. The course also introduces general notions on hydrology, the statistical methodology applied to hydrological analysis. The principal concept of the hydrological cycle. Description of the principalr topographic on geomorphological characteristic used in the hydrological studies. Model applied to analysis the rain data . Description of methods applied in the analysis of estreme and short events of rainfall. Model to define the pluviometric possibility curves. Identification of Istantaneous Unit Hydrograh. full hydrogram; estimate of flood duration curve. The main steps in the management of water resources.

TEACHING METHODS

classroom lectures
themed seminars
tests using Wooclap at various times during the course
drafting of individual written exercises
classroom discussion of delivered products and related presentations by students and students.
Final oral examination with presentation of a paper with in-depth study of a topic of your choice from those covered during the course
Classroom exercises
Visit to hydroelectric plants
Transversal skills:
Transversal competencies include developing functional literacy (basic level - ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form, adaptation of one's communication to the context, use of sources and aids of various kinds); personal competence (basic level - ability to identify one's own skills, ability to concentrate and reflect critically with respect to a task); learning to learn (basic level - awareness with respect to one's preferred learning strategies, organization and evaluation of personal learning according to what is understood and learned).

Working men and women students and/or those with certified DSA, disability or other special educational needs are advised to contact the lecturer at the beginning of the course to agree on teaching and examination methods that, while respecting the teaching objectives, take into account individual learning patterns.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

Concepts of general hydrology. Statistical methodology applied to hydrological investigations. The hydrologic cycle. Geomorphological, hydrological and topographical features. Analysis and estimation of precipitation. Measurement of precipitation-short duration and heavy rainfall. Rainfall possibility curves, synthetic ietograms and flood hydrogram. Estimation of flood flows. Appropriate use of water resources.  Elements of diversity and inclusion with regard to the topics covered.
Specifically, the issues addressed can be traced to the following SDGs.
5 Gender equality
6 Clean water and sanitation
11 Sustainable cities and communities
13 Fighting climate change
Specific workshops will be provided during the course on how to relate the different SDGs to the purely engineering aspects, which are specific to the course, paying particular attention to issues of equality, diversity and inclusion.

Hydraulic construction module:
Essential contents: Free-surface currents: stationary and uniform currents; the possible states of currents; localized phenomena. Intake and diversion works: types, structural elements, design flow rates and utilization curves. The works examined will be upland intakes, traverses, de-rivers and diversion channels, free surface diversion, complementary and control works. Storage works: reservoirs and dams. Structural and geotechnical characteristics will be examined with mentions relating to gravity and arch dams. Elements of the profile design of overflow dams, energy dissipation devices will be examined in relation to these works. Ancillary components: functionality and design of intake, bottom and surface outlet works. Constituent elements of hydroelectric plants.
Specifically, the issues addressed can be traced to the following SDGs:
5 Gender equality
7 Clean and accessible energy
9 Business, innovation and infrastructure
13 Fighting climate change
During the course, a visit to hydropower facilities and interaction with qualified technical staff is planned, with a focus on issues of equality, diversity and inclusion.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

Bras RL, Hydrology, Addison-Wesley, 1990
Chow VT, Maidment DR & Mays, LW, Applied Hydrology, McGraw-Hill, 1988
Dingman SL, Physical Hydrology, Prentice Hall, 2002
 Eagleson PS, Dynamic Hydrology, EGU, 2003
Maidment DR (ed.), Handbook of Hydrology, McGraw-Hill, 1992

Additional guidance on the consultable bibliography, both as books and scientific articles, will be provided during the lectures.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

LUCA FERRARIS (President)

GIORGIO ROTH

ANGELA CELESTE TARAMASSO (President Substitute)

MARTINA LAGASIO (Substitute)

LESSONS

LESSONS START

https://corsi.unige.it/en/corsi/11438/studenti-orario

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

Delivery of required papers during class
Presentation of a topic of your choice
The examination is oral and will focus on topics not included in the previous points.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Verification of the learner's learning, ability to synthesize, ability to draw conclusions, and communication skills.

Exam schedule